Does Insurance Cover Vision Therapy? Why We Don’t Take Insurance – And How We Keep Our Prices the Lowest in California

When families begin exploring options for Vision Therapy, one of the first questions they ask is: “Does insurance cover vision therapy?” It’s an important question — and one that can be confusing because the answer isn’t always straightforward.

At the Visual Processing Institute, we are completely transparent about how Vision Therapy is billed, why most clinics (including ours) do not accept insurance directly, and unlike other clinics... give you the pricing upfront without having to search, call, ask, and works so hard just to access of the most impactful give you can give you child - treatment to develop a highly functioning visual processing system and relief from any deficiencies they may be silently carrying.

At the Visual Processing Institute, we offer the lowest vision therapy cost in California — while providing larger therapy rooms, more technology, and more advanced programs than any other clinic in the state.

So... Does Insurance Cover Vision Therapy?

The short answer is: not usually. Most medical insurance plans do not cover developmental Vision Therapy because it is considered a specialty service, similar to working with a speech or reading specialist. While there are rare cases where partial coverage may be available (such as after a traumatic brain injury), insurance companies generally classify Vision Therapy as an “out-of-pocket” service.

This is why, like other Vision Therapy practices across California and the United States, we do not take insurance directly. Instead, we provide a detailed exam report and a superbill that you can submit to your insurance company for potential reimbursement. Many of our patients receive partial reimbursement, especially when they have PPO plans that include out-of-network benefits.

We also make it EASY for you to access all of your records as well as all of our patients have online portals where they can download any of their records or bills.

How We Keep Our Vision Therapy Prices So Low

While most clinics that don’t take insurance charge high rates to cover their overhead, we took a different approach. Our clinics were designed from the ground up to specialize solely in Vision Therapy, Vision Rehabilitation, and Sports Vision Training.

By focusing exclusively on these services, we’ve created efficient, streamlined systems that allow us to pass on the savings to our patients.

• Our Exam and Vision Therapy Prices are the LOWEST in the State of California

• We charge half of what some clinics charge — even though we have larger therapy rooms and more technology than anyone else

• We’ve built advanced programs that are both highly effective and cost-efficient

This means families can get the help they need without the financial strain often associated with long-term therapy programs.

What’s Included in Our Comprehensive Vision Exam

Our developmental vision exam is far more than a basic eye check-up. You’ll receive:

• A full assessment of binocular vision, eye tracking, focusing ability, and visual processing

• A comprehensive written report explaining your or your child’s results

• A step-by-step plan for treatment if Vision Therapy is recommended

• A superbill that you can submit to your insurance for possible reimbursement

Our patients appreciate that they walk away with clear answers, a clear plan, and documentation that supports insurance submission — even if we don’t bill insurance directly.

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Why Our Patients Say It’s Worth It

Costing Less than Braces and improving everything you do when your eyes are OPEN, The improvements that come from curing visual processing deficiencies are life-changing. Our patients consistently report:

• Better reading ability and comprehension

• Fewer headaches and less eye strain

• Improved test-taking performance and memory

• Increased comfort in busy environments such as classrooms or sports arenas

• Higher confidence in school, work, and daily life

Many parents tell us that Vision Therapy is one of the best investments they’ve ever made for their child’s future — and our competitive vision therapy price makes that decision easier.

Success Stories From Our Clinics

We’ve seen incredible results with children, teens, and adults across Newport Beach, San Juan Capistrano, Laguna Niguel, Manhattan Beach, Palos Verdes, Rolling Hills, Newport Coast, Orange County, Coto de Caza, Ladera Ranch, Culver City, and Bel Air.

From students who went from struggling readers to excelling in school, to athletes who saw major improvements in performance, our success stories speak for themselves.

➡️ Read more about our Vision Therapy program's Results here.

The Bottom Line on Vision Therapy Insurance

So, does insurance cover Vision Therapy? Most of the time, no — but we make sure it’s still affordable. By keeping our therapy prices low and providing superbills for potential reimbursement, we make it possible for families to access the care they need without sacrificing quality.

If you’re searching for a clinic that combines the most advanced technology, the most experienced staff, and the most affordable pricing in California, you’ve found it.

Ready to Get Started?

Your first step is a developmental vision exam.Schedule a developmental vision exam online today and start the journey toward better visual performance, reading ability, and overall quality of life. 🥰